Newborn Genetic And Biochemical Screening

New Jersey law requires that every baby born in New Jersey be screened for 54 disorders that can cause serious health problems. These disorders may not be apparent at birth, but if left undetected and not treated early in life, can lead to problems that include mental retardation, disability, or even death.

Family Genetic Testing And Counseling: describes what services are available. More...

Mandatory Newborn Biochemical Screening: describes the conditions for which we currently screen. More...

Newborn Hearing Screening: detects congenital hearing loss. More...

Supplemental Screening: gives information about other newborn screening tests you may choose at your own expense.

• SCH-7, Notice of Availability of Supplemental Newborn Screening
  English [pdf 30k]  [doc 70k]
  
  
• SCH-7a, Notice of Availability of Supplemental Newborn Screening
  Spanish [pdf 35k]  [doc 73k]

The Newborn Screening Laboratory is moving to a new facility on
September 22, 2011.

Click here [pdf 39k] for more information.

Retention of Newborn Screening Blood Spots:
Currently, the New Jersey Department of Health and Senior Services securely stores all newborn screening specimens at ambient temperature and humidity for 23 years after testing. They are not used for purposes other than newborn screening without parental consent or court order. This retention and use policy is undergoing significant revision as our State Newborn Screening Annual Review Committee has gathered a group of medical experts, advocates, and parents to review the current policy.